Can kidney stones cause nausea?
Whenever my kidney stone pain flares up, I also feel very nauseous, sometimes even leading to vomiting. Is nausea a common symptom associated with kidney stones? It's really hard to cope with.
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5 months ago
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Yes, the intense pain triggers the vagus nerve, which causes nausea. If you can manage, light walking can help with circulation and stone movement, but rest if the vomiting feeling is too strong.
5 months ago
Nausea and vomiting are very common during a kidney stone attack due to shared nerve pathways between the kidneys and GI tract. It is best to consult a doctor for anti-emetic medication along with pain relievers.
5 months ago
I have had stones multiple times, and the nausea was always the most draining part. Don't worry, it goes away as soon as the stone pain is managed. Sip on warm water and take rest.
5 months ago
My son felt so nauseous he couldn't even keep water down when he had a 6mm stone. We had to get an injection from the doctor to stop the vomiting first. Make sure they sip water slowly so they don't dehydrate.
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5 months ago
Oh god, when I felt nauseous during my stone pain, I panicked thinking it was a severe stomach bug or organ failure. But it is just the body's normal response to extreme pain. Try to stay calm, you will get through this.
4 months ago
At 53, dealing with back pain is bad enough, but kidney stones throw in nausea just to make it more dramatic! It is a very typical symptom, so keep some ginger tea or lemon handy to settle your stomach.